Medical Assistant - Jacksonville

Position Overview

Medical Assistant

Position Type:

Travel:

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical and Administrative Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas; Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments; Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control; Comply with quality assurance practices; Screen and follow up on patients test results; Collect and process specimens; log specimens; Perform diagnostic tests if applicable; Obtain patient medical history and vitals; Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs); Maintain accurate medication records; Recognize and respond to emergencies; Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders; Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples; Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas; Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators); Initiate and process prescription medication prior authorizations.
• Professional Responsibilities: Demonstrates initiative and responsibility; Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus; Adheres to ethical principles; Practices time management; Adapts to change; Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education.
• Communication Responsibilities: Recognizes and respects cultural diversity; Adapts communication to individual's ability to understand; Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette; Uses medical terminology appropriately; Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect; Projects a professional manner and image; Maintains consistent attendance and punctuality; Adheres to time clock procedures.
• Legal Responsibilities: Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately; Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information; Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities; Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast's Employee Handbook; Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; Follows OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA standards.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, AA degree or higher.
• Requirements: Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.
• Qualifications: Efficiency; Attention to details; Organized; Punctual; Takes initiative and is proactive; Team Player; Honesty/Integrity; Flexible; Calm under pressure; A Doer with persistence; Problem solver; Strategic thinking; Creativity; Analytical skills; Clear and concise communication/Listening skills; Quick Learner; Intelligence; Follow through on commitments; Enthusiastic; Friendly; Positive attitude; Openness to advice and constructive criticism; Strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Medical assistant diploma and certification (Preferred).
• Experience Required: EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred).
• Qualifications: Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred).

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance